How to change the door handle on a dishwasher

  1. Dishwasher
    How to change the door handle on a dishwasher
  2. Safety first remove plug from mains socket.
    Safety First
  3. Tools required are a Phillips screwdriver
    interlock-tools-required
  4. Using the phillips screwdriver remove the inner screws of the door panel
    Door front removal 1
  5. Remove the outer screws of the door panel and remove the lower door panel
    Door front removal 2
  6. Using the phillips screwdriver remove the screws to the upper door panel
    Top panel removal 1
  7. Remove further screws to the upper door panel
    Top panel removal 2
  8. Remove upper door panel
    Top panel removal 3
  9. Release the door handle spring from the upper door panel 
    Door handle spring attached
  10. Remove the spring from the  handle and put aside.
    Door handle spring detached
  11. Pull the handle firmly on one side to release it from the upper door panel.
    Door handle location 2
  12. Now remove the handle from its location 
    Door handle location 1
  13. Take the new door handle from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance
    Door handle image
  14. From one side locate the new handle.
    Door handle location 1
  15. From the other side clip the handle into position.
    Door handle location 2
  16. Attach the spring to the new handle
    Door handle spring detached
  17. Attach the spring to the upper door panel.
    Door handle spring attached
  18.  Replace the upper door panel to the door
    Top panel removal 3
  19. Replace the screws to the upper door panel
    Top panel removal 2
  20. Replace further screws
    Top panel removal 1
  21. Refit the lower door panel and replace the outer screws
    Door front removal 2
  22. Replace the inner screws to the lower door panel.
    Door front removal 1
    See the full range of dishwasher door handles here.

Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.

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